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Unique Congo Zaire Wood Mask, "Congo Medicine Man"

Product ID: 69314

This solemn mask features the grave visage of a worried medicine man. Victor Yao Delanyo hand-carves this piece according to the customs of the... more

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This solemn mask features the grave visage of a worried medicine man. Victor Yao Delanyo hand-carves this piece according to the customs of the Basonge people from Congo. Named Fwebe (Chief), it is usually worn by a priest during rituals to cleanse the village from pestilence. Delanyo uses manual tools to carve the mask from sese wood; the face bears tribal markings, which are accented with wood polish.

  • 0.85 kgs
  • 1.9 lbs
  • 30 cm H x 16 cm W x 8 cm D
  • 11.75" H x 6.25" W x 3.2" D

  • Sese wood
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 69314
Victor Yao Delanyo
Victor Yao Delanyo

West Africa

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Carla

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Jul 26, 2022

“Very nice workmanship”

Purchased the set of masks to give as a gift to add to collection of masks I started for family member during a trip to South Africa. Family member was quite happy. Will likely be used as Christmas ornaments.

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James

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May 06, 2022

“Ancesters Watching”

Good purchase , well careved and a good seller.

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Norman

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Jan 04, 2022

“Christmas Ornament Plus”

The styles and sizes are perfect for my very cultural Christmas tree and decor. Arranged in a frame, they are excellent for year-round wall art display.

Great art
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  • Art display and Christmas decor
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Dona

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Jul 16, 2021

“Hanging on Our Wall”

We have numerous home decorations we bought in several African countries while visiting them. The masks are just as authentic and go well beside other African objects. Terrific.

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Timothy

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Jul 07, 2021

“Amazing”

I have purchased five different groups of mask decorations from different African artists and this is undoubtedly my favorite group. They are so handsome and well done. I love the use of metal on two of them and they are all painted beautifully. Many Thanks to Victor and Novica! I definitely recommend Victors work - you wont be disappointed.

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Moze

From Topeka, Kansas

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Jul 03, 2021

“Truly Magnificent!”

These will be my families heirloom to be admired though out future generations. You have shown your God giving gift from your skills, creativity, character, and integrity. Perfect without any flaws! Thank you for sharing your craftsmanship to me and the World. These are impressive, most impressive.

Culture inheritance very special gifts pure and excellence in craftsmanship.
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  • Let your imagination run wild! These can be place anywhere
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Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Victor Yao Delanyo has received 8 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1100 and the most recent for $500. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of wood, metal plates, paints and polish for production.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

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Victor Yao Delanyo Hand-carved wood masks

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"My works have been exhibited in the United States, as well as in Germany, Belgium, France and Australia."

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